7 bedroom country house for sale

Stonehouse Farm is a wonderful family home that exudes character, elegance and charm. It offers substantial accommodation with 4 bedrooms a further 1-bedroom self-contained annexe and benefits from a separate, independent detached barn conversion with another 2 bedrooms.

The house, parts of which are believed to date back to the early 1800's, has many of the features of the period; with gorgeous, shuttered sash bay windows, wood panelled rooms, picture rails, elegant proportions and beautiful sandstone fireplaces. During recent renovations huge care was taken to maintain the character and appeal whilst incorporating all the comforts of modern living making this an ideal family home.

A welcoming, original panelled front door, leads into an impressive entrance hallway that extends the full depth of the house, offering a charming view straight through to the gardens. To the left, the impressive dual aspect sitting room features a stunning limestone fireplace with a cast iron wood-burner and traditional shuttered sixteen pane windows. At the front of the drawing room, you'll find a fantastic office/study, believed to be the original farm office where workers were once paid.

On the opposite side of the entrance hallway lies the elegant dining room, another striking dual aspect space. This room has panelling up to dado rail height, a hand-built cabinet in the chimney recess, a smart marble fireplace as a focal point, and painted floorboards that add a touch of rustic charm.

Beyond the dining room, a door leads to the stunning kitchen/breakfast room, which has undergone a tasteful and stylish renovation in recent years. The kitchen showcases a substantial range of handcrafted and painted farmhouse style units, a large central island with solid wood countertops, and an original Welsh dresser. A magnificent four oven gas AGA and an additional side oven provides a lovely warming focal point to this room. Tongue and groove, along with stone tiled splash backs, complement the units perfectly. Three Velux windows flood the room with natural light, and there is a door and window to the front, as well as a convenient store cupboard. The kitchen also includes various integrated appliances and space for a American-style fridge freezer.

Rising to the first floor, a glorious galleried landing grants access to all rooms, with a perfectly placed rear window overlooking the beautiful garden. The four double bedrooms include a dual aspect principal bedroom and guest bedroom, both featuring quality fitted wardrobes. The remaining two bedrooms are also generous doubles with front-facing views. A family bathroom - another beautifully appointed space featuring a classic three-piece white suite with high-quality fixtures and fittings completes the upstairs accommodation.

Attached to the main residence is a luxurious one-bedroom annexe that could with one simple stud wall removal be re-integrated into the main family home. Recently renovated to an exceptional standard, it features a stunning sitting room with bi-fold doors at the front, a vaulted ceiling, and a beautiful oak floor. Beyond the sitting room, an inner hallway connects the front and rear doors and leads to a luxurious shower room. The apartment's kitchen, equipped with a range of fitted units and appliances, complements the period charm perfectly. The dual aspect bedroom, measuring 20'7", is magnificent with its vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, modern fireplace, and French doors opening to the garden. This space offers much more than the typical annexe.

Outside, you will find a fantastic contemporary two-bedroom annexe, which has a large open living kitchen/dining room, two excellent double bedrooms and a stylish modern shower. There are two further spacious outbuildings including a large, covered car barn which could fit a fleet of vehicles and a separate outbuilding which was formally part of a working cider production business and still has the antique cider press which is believed to date back to 1924.

NB. Please note that there is a public footpath that runs across part of the rear garden, whilst we understand it is infrequently used, buyers should consult their solicitors to understand the nature of this agreement and its responsibilities.